Down Syndrome International (DSI) has officially earmarked
21, March as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD). The date was
chosen to signify the uniqueness of Down syndrome in the triplication
(trisomy) of the 21st chromosome and is used synonymously
with Down syndrome.
WDSD 2008 Commemorative events will celebrate the achievements
and abilities of persons with Down syndrome. We should be
confident to “Aim High Enough” [unquote- Dr. John
Langdon Down] and yet be Down to Earth in our approach and
attitude.
All DSI members and related organizations worldwide are encouraged
to observe WDSD together with the community in an appropriate
manner; focusing especially on issues related to intellectual
disability; trends, ways and means by which persons with Down
syndrome are trying to achieve an independent life-style,
sustain a livelihood and financial security; aspiring to live
a dignified quality of life.
A proven way is to plan and organize events (especially exhibitions,
forums and performances) to showcase and celebrate the contributions
by persons with Down syndrome to the communities they live
in. Presentations could focus on the rich and varied skills,
interests and aspirations of the persons with Down syndrome.
Simultaneously, it is relevant to advocate for implementation
of norms and standards of relevant services and policies to
ensure the participation of persons with Down syndrome in
an appropriate social environment that will promote their
development on the basis of equality.
The media especially has important and effective contributions
to make in support of the observance of WDSD, and also throughout
the year, by creating public awareness of Down syndrome and
their acceptance in societies; especially by promoting positive
policies, programmes and projects.
DSI’s official website for WDSD: www.worlddownsyndromeday.org
will link, inform and update relevant commemorative events
globally.
We earnestly look forward to being ever as creative and informative
as in the Inaugural WDSD 2006 and also in 2007 to ensure positive
outcomes for this year.
Dr. Balbir Singh
Immediate Past President
Down Syndrome International
Chair, WDSD 2008
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Dear all,
WDSD is coming soon.
We got a design template for Certificate of Appreciation for
supporters of WDSD. These design was made by the Lando associates.
You can download the template files and use.
These are usual MS-WORD file.
http://dsij.sakura.ne.jp/certificate.html
In Japan we are planning to offer this diploma fixed in acrylic
photo frame. Number of the group and companies are 11.
I will take the photo at award ceremony at in the live music
stage in March 23 in Tokyo.
I hope to hear various activities in other countries.
Let's try best!
Sincerely,
Eiichi Momotani
JDSN / DSI Board Member
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